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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Night Owl Prowl
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
"Who" wants to join a park interpreter on a quest to talk with our nighttime buddy, the owl? Meet at the amphitheater to learn a few quick interesting points about our feathered friends. Then take a…
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Be An Arkansas State Parks Explorer
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Calling all explorers! If you love playing outside and visiting your state parks, come learn how you can be an official Arkansas State Park Explorer. Bring your family to this drop-in program to help…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park interpreter on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek…
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Birding Basics
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 3/4-mile stroll on the Daisy Creek Trail to learn the basics of
birding and begin your birding checklist today! This morning walk will be calm and relaxing while we learn…
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Fishing Fun
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Fishing is a great way to enjoy your day here at Daisy State Park! Join a park interpreter as we discuss what fish you are most likely to catch here in Lake Greeson, as well as some fishing…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what…
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Nature Arts and Crafts: Nature Journals
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Make your own one-of-a-kind nature journal during this creative program! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to create a nature journal about wildflowers, animals, trees, and more. This…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join the park superintendent to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and…
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Communit-trees Hike
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter on a 3/4-mile guided walk along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and…
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Birding Basics
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 3/4-mile stroll on the Daisy Creek Trail to learn the basics of
birding and begin your birding checklist today! This morning walk will be calm and relaxing while we learn…
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Bike the Park
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to see Daisy State Park by bike! Meet at the main pavilion for this evening bike tour around the park. We will see the entire park on this exciting evening ride and learn some…
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S'mores Meet and Greet Campfire
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and other park staff at the main pavilion area for a warm fire provided with marshmallows for s'mores for park guests to gather around and talk about the exciting programs…
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Introduction to Paddleboarding
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an awesome paddleboarding outing! This is perfect for first time paddleboarders or if you want an amazing time on Lake Greeson! Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet.…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join the park superintendent to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and…
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Food for Fish
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Did you know fish have favorite foods too? Join us to learn about the different types of food fish eat and how they help keep Lake Greeson healthy.
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Learn about nature and see a new perspective on our nature scavenger hunt! Join a park interpreter for a guided3/4-mile hike to complete this outdoor scavenger hunt. Please wear good shoes…
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4th of July Daisy Bicycle Parade
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join us at the main pavilion for a special 4th of July campground bike parade! Participants may bring their bicycle to decorate it in festive 4th of July colors, then the group will depart from the…
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Leave No Trace Hike
Saturday, July 05, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to hike along the 3/4-mile Daisy Creek Trail and learn about how you can keep your park clean and green for years to come by practicing “Leave No Trace.” We will discover the…
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Nature Arts and Crafts: Snakeskin Necklace
Saturday, July 05, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Fashion meets function! The snakes inhabiting
Daisy State Park come in a variety of patterns. Meet a park interpreter at the pavilion to learn more about our local snakes while creating
your very…
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